Teachers enrolled in this course will...

Know

• What it means to be a highly effective teacher in today's complex world of education.
• What it means to be an intentional teacher and how to use the Teacher Intentionally Practice rating scale to enhance teaching.
• Research based strategies of effective teaching to encourage authentic learning strategies.
• The unique learning challenges that are present in today’s world.

Understand

• The different rubric and policies used to evaluate teacher effectiveness.
• The Teacher Intentionally Practice Scale and the value of the rating scale.
• How to use research based strategies in their classrooms to challenge students.
• The value and appropriate use of effective assessment.

and Be Able To

• Create lessons that align with their district's evaluation system.
• Create easy to use handouts, worksheets, and other material that incorporate research based strategies.
• Incorporate valuable assessment into their lesson and unit plans.
• Meet the needs of diverse learners using research based strategies.